Portugal drew 1-1 with the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) in their opening match at the 2026 World Cup. The disappointing result made headlines not only in the domestic press but also internationally, with outlets taking aim at Cristiano Ronaldo’s performance on the pitch.
The 41-year-old Portugal captain was hit by a barrage of criticism after a display that fell short of expectations at what is his sixth and, possibly, last World Cup.
